The custom of "naofang" (teasing the newlyweds) started in the pre-Qin and Han Dynasty periods. Regarding its origin, there are two folk explanations in China: one says it originates from driving away evil spirits and avoiding disasters, while the other suggests it may be related to the living habits of northern ethnic groups. Whether "naofang" is purely a folk custom or a story passed down through legend, it is undeniably a part of Chinese culture and should be selectively preserved and promoted. Some modern practices of teasing newlyweds have become quite crude, with some even resorting to inappropriate private jokes, which represents a regression in social civility and should be firmly stopped. In today's harmonious society, pranks should not occur. The way to tease newlyweds should focus on fun and humor, creating a lively atmosphere. Mutual respect between the newlyweds and their relatives and friends is important to avoid unpleasant endings. For example, hiding frogs in the newlywed's bed can scare them when they open the quilt. Setting off firecrackers outside the bridal chamber at midnight to frighten them may cause the newlyweds to stay awake all night. Even worse, some people remove tiles from the roof of the bridal chamber in the middle of the night, letting water pour in so that the newlyweds cannot sleep. These actions are immoral and deserve public criticism.
Here are some barbaric ways of teasing newlyweds:
First trick: "Counting treasures." On the wedding day, the bride is dressed lightly. During the teasing session, guests can devise ways for the newlyweds to play finger-guessing games. For each loss, they must remove an item of clothing or jewelry until nothing more can be removed.
Second trick: "High-heel wine glasses." Encourage the bride to urge the groom to show his deep love by making him drink three consecutive cups of wine using high heels.
Third trick: "Round table warriors." Have the newlyweds sit on stools placed on the table and drink "same heart wine" together.
Fourth trick: "Love's apple." To express endless affection, have the bride peel an apple and feed it to the groom without breaking the apple skin.